Next available departures

Next departures for Cologne to Rotterdam on July 17
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	4:14pm	Hbf	4h 41m	8:55pm	Rotterdam CS	Cheapest
DB Fernverkehr + Nederlandse Spoorwegen	6:49am	Hbf	2h 51m	9:40am	Rotterdam Centraal	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	9:01am	Hbf	6h 4m	3:05pm	Rotterdam CS	No tags
DB Regio NRW + eurobahn + Arriva Nederland + Nederlandse Spoorwegen	6:19am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	3h 55m	10:14am	Rotterdam Centraal	No tags
DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr + Nederlandse Spoorwegen	6:37am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	3h 3m	9:40am	Rotterdam Centraal	No tags
National Express + VIAS Rail + Nederlandse Spoorwegen	6:53am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	4h 17m	11:10am	Rotterdam Centraal	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + Nederlandse Spoorwegen	6:49am	Hbf	2h 51m	9:40am	Rotterdam Centraal	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + Arriva Nederland + Nederlandse Spoorwegen	12:51pm	Hbf	4h 23m	5:14pm	Rotterdam Centraal	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Rotterdam on July 18
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:14pm	Hbf	6h 36m	6:50pm	Rotterdam CS	Cheapest
DB Fernverkehr + Nederlandse Spoorwegen	6:49am	Hbf	3h 29m	10:18am	Rotterdam Centraal	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	9:01am	Hbf	6h 4m	3:05pm	Rotterdam CS	No tags
DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr + Nederlandse Spoorwegen	6:37am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	3h 41m	10:18am	Rotterdam Centraal	No tags
National Express + VIAS Rail + Nederlandse Spoorwegen	6:53am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	4h 14m	11:07am	Rotterdam Centraal	No tags
DB Regio NRW + eurobahn + Nederlandse Spoorwegen	7:19am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	4h 20m	11:39am	Rotterdam Centraal	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + VIAS Rail + Nederlandse Spoorwegen	6:01am	Hbf	4h 6m	10:07am	Rotterdam Centraal	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + Nederlandse Spoorwegen	6:49am	Hbf	3h 29m	10:18am	Rotterdam Centraal	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Rotterdam on July 19
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	11:01am	Hbf	4h 4m	3:05pm	Rotterdam CS	Cheapest
DB Fernverkehr + Nederlandse Spoorwegen	6:49am	Hbf	2h 51m	9:40am	Rotterdam Centraal	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	4:14pm	Hbf	4h 41m	8:55pm	Rotterdam CS	No tags
DB Regio NRW + eurobahn + Nederlandse Spoorwegen	6:19am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	3h 25m	9:44am	Rotterdam Centraal	No tags
DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr + Nederlandse Spoorwegen	6:37am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	3h 3m	9:40am	Rotterdam Centraal	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + Nederlandse Spoorwegen	6:49am	Hbf	2h 51m	9:40am	Rotterdam Centraal	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	5:01pm	Hbf	4h 29m	9:30pm	Rotterdam CS	No tags
DB Regio NRW + eurobahn + Nederlandse Spoorwegen	6:19am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	3h 25m	9:44am	Rotterdam Centraal	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Rotterdam on July 20
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	9:01am	Hbf	6h 4m	3:05pm	Rotterdam CS	Cheapest
DB Fernverkehr + Nederlandse Spoorwegen	6:49am	Hbf	2h 51m	9:40am	Rotterdam Centraal	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:14pm	Hbf	6h 36m	6:50pm	Rotterdam CS	No tags
DB Regio NRW + eurobahn + Nederlandse Spoorwegen	6:19am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	3h 25m	9:44am	Rotterdam Centraal	No tags
DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr + Nederlandse Spoorwegen	6:37am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	3h 3m	9:40am	Rotterdam Centraal	No tags
National Express + VIAS Rail + Nederlandse Spoorwegen	6:53am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	3h 47m	10:40am	Rotterdam Centraal	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + Nederlandse Spoorwegen	7:17am	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	3h 38m	10:55am	Rotterdam Centraal	No tags
National Express + DB Fernverkehr + Nederlandse Spoorwegen	1:31pm	Hbf	3h 24m	4:55pm	Rotterdam Centraal	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 9:30 PM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Cologne to Rotterdam

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Rotterdam. The journey takes about 6 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just CLP 15,603, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

6h 15mAverage Duration

134 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceCLP 15,603 - CLP 113,197	Average Duration6h 15m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceCLP 23,695 - CLP 181,074	Average Duration3h 19m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Cologne and Rotterdam?

Cologne

A
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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B
Cologne/Bonn Airport
Visit page
C
Köln-Blumenberg
Köln-Blumenberg, 50765 Köln, Germany
D
Köln-Dellbrück
Dellbrück, Diepeschrather Str., 51069 Köln, Germany
E
Köln-Holweide
Köln-Holweide, 51067 Köln, Germany
F
Köln Volkhovener Weg
Volkhovener Weg, 50767 Köln, Germany

Rotterdam

A
Rotterdam Bushaltestelle
Conradstraat 52, 3013 AR Stadscentrum

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn

3.8/510 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

Based on 10 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the wifi. Deutsche Bahn ticket prices on this trip start at CLP 24,411

NL train companies:Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, Deutsche Bahn ICE, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Swiss Federal Railways, Slovak Rail

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cologne to Rotterdam by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Cologne to Rotterdam?
The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Rotterdam start from CLP 23,695. The average price for this train route is around CLP 69,481. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cologne to Rotterdam?
The average train ride duration from Cologne to Rotterdam is 3h 19m, covering a distance of 127 miles (205 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 43m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators service the Cologne to Rotterdam route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 55 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Cologne to Rotterdam?
The earliest train departs from Cologne to Rotterdam at 6:01am. And the latest train departs at 8:49pm.